Kristi Budish Named CHFA’s Director of Community Development
Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) is pleased to announce the promotion of Kristi Budish to director of community development. Budish has been a member of CHFA’s staff since 2010, most recently serving as manager of commercial operations and underwriting.
“Stepping into the role of director of community development is a tremendous honor,” said Budish. “I am excited to continue to collaborate with communities and partners across the state as we work toward a stronger, more prosperous Colorado.”
As director of community development, Budish will lead a team responsible for multifamily lending, Housing Tax Credit allocation, and business finance, supporting CHFA’s mission to strengthen Colorado by investing in affordable housing and community development. “Kristi’s dedication and experience will serve her well as CHFA’s director of community development,” said Steve Johnson, CHFA’s chief operating officer. “Throughout her tenure, she has demonstrated a passionate commitment to CHFA’s mission, and I look forward to her carrying that commitment into this new role.”
Following more than a decade of experience in asset management and development, Budish joined CHFA’s Asset Management division in 2010. In 2017, her role expanded to includeoversight of multifamily underwriting within CHFA’s Community Development division. Budish graduated from the University of Colorado Denver and is an alumni of the National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCSHA) Executive Development Program.
Neenan Archistruction Elevates Longtime Leaders
Neenan Archistruction, a leading design-build firm specializing in innovative construction solutions, announced the elevation of longtime leader Bill Pigg to the presidency role. In addition, David Shigekane, the company’s former president of 10 years, has been appointed as CEO of the company.
With a 27-year tenure at Neenan Archistruction, Pigg has seen the firm through many phases and has been instrumental in steering the company’s growth.
Having previously held various positions within the company, including preconstruction manager, project executive, COO and vice president, Pigg has consistently demonstrated his dedication to the growth and success of Neenan. His extensive knowledge of the industry, combined with unweathering dedication to our staff, makes him the ideal candidate to lead Neenan into a bright future.
“My father was the first employee at Neenan Archistruction, so this company has always held a special place in my heart,” said Bill Pigg. “To me, Neenan has always represented how we can build stronger communities when we work together as a team. I am committed to upholding our core value of constructing community through collaboration.”
Working in lockstep with Shigekane, Pigg plays a pivotal role in overseeing day-to-day operations of Neenan Archistruction, ensuring the company continues to deliver exceptional projects and exceed client expectations.
“I’m thrilled to see Pigg step into the president role here at Neenan,” said David Shigekane, “I’m confident that his years of service to the company will only continue to strengthen Neenan’s position as a leader within the design-build industry.”
With a deep understanding of Colorado’s communities and their unique architectural needs, Pigg and Shigekane will lead Neenan Archistruction into a new era of growth and innovation.
